Works for
CleansingSodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate, Cocamidopropyl betaine + 1 moreCan be harsh
“Sensitive Shower Gel”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.
The following cleansing agents are typically mild, but still can cause an irritation or allergy for some people cocamidopropyl betaine, sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate.
Keep in mind that cleansing can disrupt the skin barrier, and most people do not need to cleanse their skin more than once per day.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy6 strong irritants: Salvia officinalis leaf extract, Citrus aurantium dulcis oil + 4 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate~12–14%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and used as a cleansing agent. Can be irritating and is better avoided for sensitive skin
More about Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonateCocamidopropyl betaine~6.1–7.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineGlycerin~3.1–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinSodium chloride~2.3–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideSucrose cocoate~1.8–2.2%
C12-13 alkyl lactate~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hydrolyzed wheat protein~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Avoid if sensitive to gluten
More about Hydrolyzed wheat proteinHydrolyzed wheat gluten~1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Panthenol~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolValeriana celtica extract~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Salvia officinalis leaf extract~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- High
Sage leaf extract. It can be irritating
More about Salvia officinalis leaf extractCitrus aurantium dulcis oil~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. It can be irritating and cause photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis oilParfum~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumSodium sulfate~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to improve the product consistency and stabilize formulations
More about Sodium sulfateSodium benzoate~0.2–0.4%
Potassium sorbate~0.2–0.35%
Citric acid~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidAlcohol~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholCi 75120~0.1–0.15%
Limonene~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.05%
Ingredient list view
Water, Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Glycerin, Sodium chloride, Sucrose cocoate, C12-13 alkyl lactate, Hydrolyzed wheat protein, Hydrolyzed wheat gluten, Panthenol, Valeriana celtica extract, Salvia officinalis leaf extract, Citrus aurantium dulcis oil, Parfum, Sodium sulfate, Sodium benzoate, Potassium sorbate, Citric acid, Alcohol, Ci 75120, Limonene, Linalool
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Worth comparing, line by line.
Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| SpeickSensitive Shower GelYOUR PRODUCT | SanexBiomeprotect Pro Hydrate Bath Foam | Elizabeth GrantTorricelumn Absolute Bath & Shower Gel | DialBody Wash Coconut Water | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 43% | 39% | 39% |
| Price | $10.60 | — | — | $4.00−$6.60 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 5 | 3 of 5 | 3 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | Lactic Acid | Sodium Hyaluronate | Peg-150 Pentaerythrityl Tetrastearate |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
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More alternatives: Medix 5.5 Vitamin C + NiacinamideBalea Vanilla Coconut Shower Cream
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 10 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Final Report On the Safety Assessment of Sodium Alpha-Olefin Sulfonatesjournals.sagepub.com
- 2
- 3Wheat in skin caremdedge.com
- 4Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
- 5
- 6Allergic contact dermatitis caused by Salvia officinalis extractpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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